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New Prickly Pear Cactus Experience Now Offered At SE Spa at Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Riviera Maya, Mexico (November 27, 2023) - SE Spa at Grand Velas Riviera Maya is now offering a unique Páak'am Experience. With soothing and healing properties dating back to the Aztec era, the emollient-rich prickly pear cactus native to Mexico results in anti-aging, ultra-hydrating, anti-inflammatory, and skin-firming benefits.
The Páak'am Treatment (80 min / $353 USD) begins with a traditional Mayan blessing honoring the elements - water, wind, fire and earth. Then, while the nopal paddles are heating, the spa therapist gently exfoliates the body with a sunflower cactus scrub. After a rinse in the in-room shower, the therapist massages the guest with the warm malleable nopales pads and a light rosemary oil. Only a small amount of the oil is used as the cactus itself releases a Vitamin A, D, E & K rich liquid that covers and then soaks into the skin. Post treatment, guests are given a detox shot of spinach, cactus, cucumber, pineapple & lime served with a fruit skewer. Results of the treatment include a brightened complexion, boost to cellular turnover and metabolism, antioxidant powers to shield from skin-aging aggressors, and other toxin-fighting abilities.
The new offering enhances the already robust menu of treatments inspired by the region and local culture at the spa, one of only 6 in Mexico to be rated five stars by Forbes' Travel Guide. Other regionally inspired spa treatments to experience include the Bacal Massage, using one of the Mayan's most sacred plants - corn; Mayan Jade Facial; Coffee & Cocoa Experience; Xkalim Mayan Gourd Massage, that uses calabash gourds across the whole body, massaging every muscle, applying increased pressure to reflexology points; Aloe Vera Massage, featuring the Mayan's "immortality plant" named for its great regenerating life powers; Organic Kaab Honey Experience using local honey, vanilla and the Chaka tree; and Úumbal Shawl Massage, a full-body treatment with creative choreography dating back to prehistoric times. To start off the wellness experience at the spa, guests can partake in the resort's acclaimed Water Ceremony, a seven-step hydrotherapy journey inclusive of a eucalyptus-scented steam room with chromotherapy, polar pool, sensory shower, orange scented exfoliate and clay room, mint ice room, sauna and more.
Inspired by the jungle and natural water pools of the Yucatan Peninsula, SE Spa at Grand Velas Riviera Maya is 90,000 square feet. The stone, plants and streams specific to the Riviera Maya landscape were incorporated into the curved, organic design of the two-level spa, set just below ground level to allow a living rock wall with plants and flowers, and even a small stream, to form part of its structure.
For reservations or additional information on Grand Velas Riviera Maya or Se Spa, call 1-888-407-4869 or visit https://rivieramaya.
About Grand Velas Riviera Maya:
With the finest white sand beach in the Riviera Maya, the AAA Five Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Maya is an ultra-luxury All-Inclusive resort set on 206 acres of pristine jungle and mangroves. Guests can choose accommodations that are oceanfront, ocean view or in a Zen-like tropical setting, embraced by the flora and fauna of the Yucatan Peninsula's jungle. All 539 designer-like suites are exceptionally spacious, more than 1,100 square feet each, all with outdoor terraces, and some with private plunge pools. Eight restaurants, including six gourmet offerings, present a tour through Mexico, Europe and Asia. Cocina de Autor, at the hands of world-renowned celebrity chefs Bruno Oteiza and Mikel Alonso, holds the AAA Five Diamond Award, the first restaurant in the world in an all-inclusive to win this prestigious distinction. Rated five-stars by Forbes, SE Spa is the region's largest spa sanctuary at more than 90,000 square feet, known for its authentic Mexican treatments and signature seven-step water journey. Other features include 24-hour Personal Concierge; 24/7 in-suite service; three swimming pools; two fitness centers; water sports; innovative Kids' Clubs and Teens' Club; Baby Concierge; Karaoke Bar; Koi Bar; Amat Cafe, and business center. The resort offers more than 91,000 square feet of meeting space and outdoor areas for events inclusive of a 31,000-square-foot Convention Center, able to accommodate up to 2,700 guests. Grand Velas Riviera Maya was built and is operated by Eduardo Vela Ruiz, founder and president of Velas Resorts, with brother Juan Vela, vice president of Velas Resorts, by his side. For reservations or additional information please visit rivieramaya.grandvelas.